13
A
G
4.
Connect external ground wire
Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from the external
ground conductor screw (A) to an adequate ground. Finally,
reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear
panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to
“Venting Requirements.”
Venting Requirements
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fi re, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT:
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building. Only rigid or fl exible metal vent shall be used
for exhausting.
■
Only a 4
"
(102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps
may be used.
■
Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
VENTING
4"
(102 mm)
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
Rigid metal vent:
■
Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid
crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent:
(Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
■
Must be fully extended and supported in fi nal dryer location.
■
Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result
in reduced airfl ow and poor performance.
■
Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or fl oors.
■
The total length should not exceed 7
3
/
4
ft. (2.4 m).
NOTE:
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from
entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is
not plugged with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with
rigid metal or fl exible metal vents. Review “Vent System Chart”
and, if necessary, modify existing vent system to achieve best
drying performance.
Exhaust hoods:
■
Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object
that may obstruct exhaust (such as fl owers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).
Elbows:
■
45° elbows provide better airfl ow than 90° elbows.
Good
Better
Recommended Styles:
Acceptable Style:
Louvered hood
Box hood
Angled hood
